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Developing a Culture of Getting Better (Pt. 1) | Doug Novak & Mac (Novak) Head Nov 11, 2026 24:45 Coach Doug Novak and Coach Mackenzie Novak head join the podcast to talk through the process of developing a culture that actually makes players better. This is part one of a two-part episode!Check out A Quick Timeout newsletterSign up for A Quick Timeout newsletterThis episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $250 off on the Dr. D

The Merrimack 2-3 Zone Defense | Joe Gallo, Merrimack Warriors Nov 3, 2026 30:00 Merrimack head coach, Joe Gallo, joins the show to talk about his new book, "More Than the Zone: The Merrimack Basketball Operating System." We dive into the details behind the success of the Warriors' 2-3 Zone Defense.Click to get the book!Check out A Quick Timeout newsletterSign up for A Quick Timeout newsletterThis episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick

Blending Old School Basketball Coaching with New School | Sundance Wicks, Wyoming Cowboys Oct 28, 2026 35:07 Coach Sundance Wicks shares how AI is revolutionizing basketball strategy and roster management. From creating strategic lineups to preparing game, learn how cutting-edge technology helps coaches gain a competitive edge.Click to check out pickandroll.ai!Check out A Quick Timeout newsletterSign up for A Quick Timeout newsletterThis episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. M

Turn Adversity into Opportunity | Donnie Jones, Stetson Hatters Oct 22, 2026 21:12 Stetson head coach, Donnie Jones, joins the show to talk about his new book, The Ticket: How to Turn Adversity Into Opportunity and Opportunity Into Impact.Check out Coach Jones' book, The Ticket: How to Turn Adversity Into Opportunity and Opportunity Into Impact.Check out A Quick Timeout newsletterSign up for A Quick Timeout newsletterThis episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting

Adapting Modern Basketball Offense | Scott Moore, Grace Lancers Oct 14, 2026 48:31 Grace College men's basketball head coach, Scott Moore, joins A Quick Timeout podcast to talk designing high powered offense, training for optimal efficiency, and being an intentional coach.Check out A Quick Timeout newsletterSign up for A Quick Timeout newsletterThis episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $250 off on the Dr. Dish Rebe

Technology for the Ever-Evolving World of Youth Sports Oct 7, 2026 18:28 Brandon Rhodes, the General Manager of Emerging Sports for GameChanger, discusses how technology is changing how we consume and analyze sports at the grassroots level.Check out A Quick Timeout newsletterSign up for A Quick Timeout newsletterThis episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $250 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT mod

Planning the First Week of Your Basketball Practices | Burton Uwarow Sep 29, 2026 34:02 Burton Uwarow and Tony Miller discuss preparations for the first of your basketball practices. We talk structuring your practices, Red-Yellow-Green practices, asking the right questions, and more!Check out A Quick Timeout newsletterSign up for A Quick Timeout newsletterThis episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $250 off on the Dr. Dis

Inside Queens' Culture and Rebounding Philosophy | Adam Short, UTSA Roadrunners Sep 22, 2026 32:09 Last season, Coach Adam Short was an assistant coach for the Queens University team that won the ASun and went to the NCAA tournament. He joins the podcast to talk about his role, rebounding and culture coordinator.Check out A Quick Timeout newsletterSign up for A Quick Timeout newsletterThis episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $250

Execute Better Under Pressure | Burton Uwarow, High Point Christian Cougars Sep 15, 2026 49:59 In the latest summer series from A Quick Timeout, Coach Burton Uwarow shares strategies for special situations! You can watch the presentation here: Executing Under PressureClick to email Coach UwarowCheck out A Quick Timeout newsletterSign up for A Quick Timeout newsletterThis episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $250 off on the Dr.

Transformational vs. Transactional Coaching | Tony Miller, Jamodi Podcast Sep 8, 2026 19:47 A clip from a recent interview Coach Tony Miller did with the JAMODI podcast. He and Coach Matt Sayman talk being a transformational coach within your unique program culture.Click to listen to the full interview.This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $250 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT models. Get $100 off the IC3 Bas

Laying the Foundation for Your Basketball Program | Abe Woldeslassie, UNI Panther Sep 1, 2026 15:54 Abe Woldeslassie is the assistant coach and general manager for the University of Northern Iowa men's basketball program. He talks about the thought process behind building a roster and establishing a culture on and off the court. Check out A Quick Timeout newsletter Sign up for A Quick Timeout newsletter This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout

Thoughtful Offensive Systems of Play | Tony Miller, JAMODI Podcast Aug 25, 2026 21:32 Coach Tony Miller joins JAMODI podcast to discuss designing offensive systems of play to help your players succeed. Check out A Quick Timeout newsletter Sign up for A Quick Timeout newsletter This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $250 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT models. Get $100 off the IC3 Basketball Shot Trainer

The Blueprint for Elite Basketball Team Culture | JP Nerbun, TOC Culture Aug 18, 2026 25:42 TOC Culture's JP Nerbun talks his new book, The Culture Captain: A 4-Level Framework for Athletes: Know Yourself, Lead Yourself, Lead Others, Lead the Team. "This book gives athletes the ultimate roadmap to becoming the type of leader every coach wants on their team." — Dusty May, Dallas Mavericks Head Coach Check out "The Culture Captain: A 4-Level Framework for Athletes: Know Yourself, Lead You

D1 Coaches Share Their Best Shooting Drills Aug 4, 2026 16:16 I asked several of my guests to share their philosophy on shooting development as well as their favorite individual, small group, and team shooting drills. Episode features Ryan Pedon, Rodney Perry, Dave Davis, Gary Redus, Mike Netti, and Mark Cascio. This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $250 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star,

Basketball Culture Analytics, & Player-Led Basketball | By Any Means Coaches Podcast Jul 28, 2026 01:28:43 Coach Tony Miller joined The By Any Means Coaches Podcast, hosted by Tyler Clark and Coleman Ayers to discuss developing a basketball culture for your program, the conversations and applications of analytics to improve players' decision-making and performance, and cultivating a player-led program. Find out more about By Any Means Coaches... Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-by-a

Drive & Space Offense for Gap & Pressure Defense | Mark Cascio, SAVI Jul 21, 2026 32:26 SAVI's Mark Cascio breaks down offensive adjustments for both gap defenses and pressure defenses. He also shares ideas for generating more 3PAs within your conceptual offense. Check out A Quick Timeout newsletter Sign up for A Quick Timeout newsletter This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $250 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star,

Leveraging Technology to Improve Coaching Decisions | Chase Driscoll, Hudl Jul 14, 2026 16:57 Hudl's Chase Driscoll joins the show to share his experiences as a D1 Director of Video and Analytics. He provides tips to improve practice and game production for players and coaches. Check out A Quick Timeout newsletter Sign up for A Quick Timeout newsletter This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $250 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel,

Strategies for Better Zone Offense | Matt Hackenberg Jul 7, 2026 26:52 Coach Matt Hackenberg breaks down zone offense strategies designed for a variety of defenses. Whether you are looking to refine your spacing or sharpen your decision-making, Coach Hackenburg provides actionable insights to take your offensive execution to the next level. Get Coach Hack's: Encyclopedia of Zone Offense Check out A Quick Timeout newsletter Sign up for A Quick Timeout newsletter This

SSGs, Conceptual Offense, Transition Offense | Pen and a Napkin Podcast Jun 30, 2026 01:12:39 Coach Tony Miller jumps on A Pen and a Napkin podcast to talk about teaching the game, small sided games, when is information too much information, influences in his career, transition and conceptual offense and much more! Listen to A Pen and A Napkin podcast Check out A Quick Timeout newsletter Sign up for A Quick Timeout newsletter This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting M

Plan Better Basketball Practices | Mark Cascio, SAVI Coaching Jun 23, 2026 23:42 SAVI's Mark Cascio shares a basketball practice planning tool to help coaches organize and improve practices. Check out the SAVI Practice Planning Tool Check out A Quick Timeout newsletter Sign up for A Quick Timeout newsletter This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT models. Get $100

Coaches Break Down the NBA Finals (Game 4) | Coach Nick, BBallBreakdown Jun 12, 2026 49:54 BBallBreakdown's Coach Nick is back to break down the Knicks 29-point comeback in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. Another fun episode for coaches and fans alike! Check out A Quick Timeout newsletter Sign up for A Quick Timeout newsletter This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT models. Get

Coaches Break Down the NBA Finals (Games 1 & 2) | Coach Nick, BBallBreakdown Jun 8, 2026 21:01 bballbreakdown's Coach Nick joins the show to give a coaches view on the Spurs-Knicks series. We talk matchups, strategy, and prediction for Game 3 and beyond. A fun episode for coaches and fans alike! Check out A Quick Timeout newsletter Sign up for A Quick Timeout newsletter This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the

You Want Your Team to Play Fast? Here's How | Matt Fletcher, Concordia University Jun 2, 2026 47:47 Coach Matt Fletcher's Concordia University (NCAA D2) team is one of the fastest offenses in the country. In this film session, he breaks down the keys playing fast, teaching shot selection, and scoring more points! Watch the Film Session with Coach Fletcher This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All

Building a Defensive Identity | Mike Jagacki, Lockdown Defense May 22, 2026 23:30 Mike Jagacki is the is the founder of Lockdown Defense and one of the best teachers in the game when it comes to translating defensive concepts into actual on-court results. He provides insights on implementing core principles on defense, training your players to love defense, and more! This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300

Bounce Back: How to Run a 1-3-1 Zone Defense | Nick Pasqua, Coker Cobras May 20, 2026 38:07 Nick Pasqua, head men's basketball coach for the Coker Cobras, breaks down his morphing 1-3-1 defense. He talks teaching points, special calls, and avoiding pitfalls in playing zone. Watch the film breakdown Full Clinic with Coach Pasqua: An Effective 1-3-1 Half Court Defense: Breakdown, Installation Plan + Drills with Coach Nick Pasqua This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting

Care to Compete: A Coach's Guide to Connection | Hunter Price, V3 May 13, 2026 27:15 Hunter Price joined the show to discuss insights from his new book, Care to Compete. He breaks down the balance between high-level competition and intentional leadership, offering coaches a roadmap for driving performance. We talk the art of motivation, enforcing non-negotiables, and building authentic connections with players. Check out Hunter's new book, "Care to Compete" Get the book from Barne

Transitioning from Player to Assistant to NCAA D3 Head Coach | JC Cavin, Piedmont Lions May 5, 2026 19:42 I sit down with JC Cavin, Head Men’s Basketball Coach at Piedmont University (NCAA D3), to discuss his journey through his first year at the helm. We talk culture from day one, the adjustment to head coach, the recruiting blueprint, and career advice. Check out A Quick Timeout newsletter Sign up for A Quick Timeout newsletter This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. M

Building Players' Mindsets for a Competitive Edge | Vera Jo Bustos, Mentality Solutions Apr 28, 2026 30:39 How do elite athletes stay composed when the game is on the line? In this episode, we sit down with Vera Jo Bustos, better known as Coach VJ—a former professional basketball player, Hall of Famer, and renowned mental performance coach. We dive deep into the "Mental Arena" to discuss how basketball players and leaders can handle adversity, navigate high-pressure conflict, and build unshakeable conf

This Is How AI Will Change the Transfer Portal Era in College Basketball Apr 21, 2026 19:38 The next generation of college basketball roster management is here! Marcus McGovern explains how PortalVisionIO uses AI to help coaches find players, build rosters, communicate with staff, and manage program budgets. This is tool is a game changer for the basketball industry! Watch Marcus' presentation Find out more about PortalVisionIO Check out A Quick Timeout newsletter Sign up for A Quick Tim

Off-Season Player Development Blueprint | Reid Ouse, Catalyst Basketball Apr 14, 2026 34:45 Catalyst Basketball's Reid Ouse joins the show to pull back the curtain on how he trains elite athletes like Paige Bueckers and Andrew Wiggins. We talk why traditional drills are failing the modern player and how to use SSGs to "manufacture chaos" and improve basketball IQ and the non-negotiable skills players need to prioritize this summer to see a real jump in their stats. This episode is sponso

Coaching Strategies from a Final Four Coach | Jim Larranaga, Miami Hurricanes Apr 7, 2026 27:59 Former Miami Hurricanes head coach, Jim Larranaga, shares lessons learned from taking two teams to the men's basketball Final Four. 0:00 Coaching in a Final Four 3:50 Playing in a Football Stadium 5:28 Practicing for the Final Four 10:07 Concepts vs. Plays 13:00 Using Assistants to Coach Better 16:06 Preparing for a Dan Hurley Team 18:20 Is the Mid-Major Dead? 21:00 Jai Lucas' Miami Hurricanes 22:

NCAA Tournament: Inside Analytics | Jordan Sperber, HoopVision Mar 25, 2026 26:41 Jordan Sperber is back on the show to give an inside look at the NCAA Tournament. Go to bballanalytics.com and use the code "Tony" for 15% off the basketball analytics course! This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT models. Get $100 off the IC3 Basketball Shot Trainer with the code T

Steps to Developing Defensive Awareness | Mike Jagacki, Lockdown Defense Mar 18, 2026 22:30 This is part two of a conversation with Coach Mike Jagacki of Lockdown Defense. In this conversation, he shares strategies for developing defensive awareness in players. Click to watch this webclinic This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT models. Get $100 off the IC3 Basketball Shot

Bounce Back: Basketball Postseason Assessment Checklist | Mark Cascio, SAVI Coaching Mar 10, 2026 18:36 SAVI Coaching's Mark Cascio is back to share a basketball postseason assessment checklist to jumpstart your plans for next season. Listen to "Postseason Player Evaluations" with Coach Cascio. This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT models. If you’re already using tools like FastDraw,

How to Disrupt with Defense: The Art of Trapping | Mike Jagacki, Lockdown Defense Mar 3, 2026 39:46 Mike Jagacki of Lockdown Defense shares this webclinic on how to disrupt modern basketball offenses with trapping. Click to watch this webclinic This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT models. Get $100 off the IC3 Basketball Shot Trainer with the code TONYMILLER (or click this link).

Pods of Plays for Basketball Conceptual Offense | Todd Simon, Bowling Green Falcons Feb 24, 2026 29:14 Bowling Green's head coach, Todd Simon, shares his philosophy for basketball conceptual offense, including the use of small-sided games, creating more free throw opportunities, and teaching shot selection. This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT models. Get $100 off the IC3 Basketbal

Bounce Back: Developing Championship Basketball Culture | Steve Lutz, Oklahoma State Cowboys Feb 17, 2026 35:15 After leading the Texas A&M Corpus Christi Islanders to the NCAA Tournament in his first year, Coach Steve Lutz was named the head coach of the Oklahoma State Cowboys. He talks about building a championship team in less than a year, teaching pressure defense, playing conceptual offense, grouping offensive actions, and when to use set plays.This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shoot

Better Basketball Game Management | Mark Cascio, SAVI Coaching Feb 10, 2026 27:22 SAVI's Mark Cascio joins Tony Miller to discuss the art and science of basketball game management. From knowing when to take timeouts to riding the hot hand to organizing halftime talks. Improve your coaching immediately with these tips and tricks.Listen to SAVI's "The Hours" podcast.This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off

Pace & Space Conceptual Offense Film Session | Jimmy Allen, Emory & Henry Wasps Feb 3, 2026 45:51 Jimmy Allen, Emory & Henry University's (D2) head men's basketball coach, does a deep-dive on pace and space conceptual offense. While Allen was the head coach at Army West Point, Doug Novak served as his assistant. On this episode, Allen shares film, terminology, and teaching points for conceptual offense.Click to watch the film sessionThis episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting

Dialing Up Wins Down the Stretch | Mark Cascio, SAVI Coaching Jan 27, 2026 30:20 Mark Cascio makes his monthly appearance on the podcast, discussing late season adjustments, both on and off the court.Check out SAVI CoachingThis episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT models. Get $100 off the IC3 Basketball Shot Trainer with the code TONYMILLER (or click this link).If

How to Execute Flow Conceptual Offense | Pat Skerry, Towson Tigers Jan 20, 2026 31:57 Towson head coach, Pat Skerry, provides an inside look at the Tigers' flow offense. In addition, Skerry shares ideas for teaching shot selection, how multiple actions creates advantages in the half court, and more!Click to watch this episode (with film session)This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel,

Building Your Basketball Scouting System | NABC x Hudl Webinar Jan 13, 2026 53:04 Host Tony Miller is joined Chowan head coach Rob Burke and Midland assistant coach Cameron Schuknecht for an NABC-Hudl webinar - From Film Breakdown to Game Plan: Building Your Scouting System. Insights on scouting opponents, streamlining your scout process, communicating with your team, and more!If you’re already using tools like FastDraw, FastScout, or FastRecruit—you know how essential they are

Bounce Back: Must-Have Basketball Defensive Small-Sided Games | Aaron Fernandez, Greensboro College Jan 6, 2026 41:05 A Quick Timeout's Tony Miller and Aaron Fernandez, head women's basketball coach at Greensboro College (NCAA D3), discuss their small sided games for teaching individual and team defense.Check out Coach Tony Miller's new CoachTube.com course, SSGs for Player Development and Team Defense. These resources will provide a framework for building individual and team defensive skills into both individual

Create a Culture-Driven Basketball Program | Matt Wise, Samford Bulldogs Dec 30, 2025 33:07 Samford women's basketball coach, Matt Wise, shares how his core values drive conversations, on-court play, and all things program-building.This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT models. Get $100 off the IC3 Basketball Shot Trainer with the code TONYMILLER (or click this link).If yo

How to Coach Modern Basketball | Tony Miller, Bob Jones University Bruins Dec 23, 2025 16:24 Tony Miller joins EPAN to the UKV pod to share insights on modern basketball coaching, emphasizing the importance of analytics, player development, and adapting coaching techniques to meet the needs of players.Click to watch the full interviewThis episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT m

Basketball Offense Strategies for Scoring More Points | Mark Cascio, SAVI Coaching Dec 17, 2025 35:07 SAVI Coaching's Mark Cascio and Coach Tony Miller answer coaches' questions on various basketball offense strategies, including conceptual offense, transition offense, attacking junk defense, rebounding and practicing free throws.Find out more about SAVI Coaching at SAVI CoachingThis episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on t

Bounce Back: Strategies to Attack Switching Defenses | Francesco Nanni, Pallacanestro Trieste Dec 9, 2025 32:37 Pallacanestro Trieste's assistant coach, Francesco Nanni, dives deep into the topic of attacking switching defenses. Defenses frequently use switches to neutralize advantage-creating actions in the modern game. Coach Nanni provides tactics for teaching your players how to attack those switches.This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receiv

Bounce Back: Conceptual Offensive Strategies | Jamie Quarles, USF Bulls Dec 2, 2025 26:09 Jamie Quarles is the associate head coach for the University of Buffalo Bulls. He's serves as the offensive coordinator for head coach, Jim Whitesell. Coach Quarles discusses his role as the OC, how he teaches spacing, and some of the challenges in running a conceptual-based offense.This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off

Early Season Conceptual Offense Adjustments | Mark Cascio, SAVI Coaching Nov 25, 2025 18:48 SAVI Coaching's Mark Cascio is back to discuss early season adjustments to improve your team's 5-Out and 4-Out conceptual offense. We talk spacing, shot selection, transition offense, and post play attacks.This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT models. Get $100 off the IC3 Basketbal

Basketball Culture, Conceptual Offense, and Player Development | Travis Steele, Miami (OH) Nov 18, 2025 44:04 Miami (OH) Redhawks' head men's basketball coach, Travis Steele, talks the importance of core values, giving freedom in learning conceptual offense, teaching shot selection, the formula for effective player development.This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT models. Get $100 off the

Bounce Back: Small-Sided Games for Decision-Based Basketball Training | Brianna Finch, George Washington Colonials Nov 11, 2025 35:29 Want to elevate your players' game beyond just drills? George Washington University's Assistant Coach, Brianna Finch, provides a deep dive into decision-based basketball training. Discover how Coach Finch and her team leverage small-sided games (1v1, 3v3, all the way up to full-team play) to hone players' abilities to make the right call in real-time. This is a must-listen for anyone serious about

Create a Basketball Program Founded on Player Development | Rett Lister, Furman Paladins Nov 4, 2025 24:32 Furman assistant coach, Rett Lister, provides advice and insights to young coaches looking to rise the coaching ranks. We talk what it takes to be recruited, teaching players conceptual offense and defense, using analytics with players, and structuring practices.This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel

Teaching Decision-Making through Drills & Small-Sided Games | Zachary Hopp, Arkansas State Red Wolves Oct 28, 2025 33:58 Zachary Hopp is the Director of Analytics & Strategy for Arkansas State's Ryan Pannone. In this film session episode, he shares small-sided games and teaching points for improving players' skills and decision-making for free-flowing offense.Click to watch the film sessionThis episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. D

Bounce Back: Plan More Competitive Basketball Practices | Steve Smiley, Northern Colorado Bears Oct 21, 2025 37:33 Steve Smiley, head basketball coach for the Northern Colorado Bears, shares practice plans for creating competitive practices.More ResourcesAll Access Basketball Practice with Steve SmileyOpen Practice with Steve Smiley: Mastering High-Speed, Efficient Practices - Focus on Possessions, Offense & Defense and SkillsSteve Smiley's Favorite Drills for Basketball PracticeThis episode is sponsored by th

Here's What to Do before Your First Basketball Game | Mark Cascio, SAVI Coaching Oct 14, 2025 32:27 Coaches, are you ready for your first game of the basketball season? Are you sure?? SAVI Coaching's Mark Cascio is here to talk through how to plan, what to do, and how to do it before game #1 this year.Get connected to the SAVI Coaching community.This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine, the #1 shooting machine in the world! Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 of

Modern Basketball Player Development | Ryne Lightfoot, Coastal Carolina Oct 7, 2025 26:50 Coastal Carolina's Chanticleers associate head coach, Ryne Lightfoot, joins the podcast to talk player development along with his role as the team's defensive coordinator.This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine, the #1 shooting machine in the world! Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT models. Get $100 off the IC3 Basket

How to be a Transformational Coach | Greg Tonagel, Indiana Wesleyan University Sep 30, 2025 31:07 Indiana Wesleyan University's Greg Tonagel joins A Quick Timeout podcast to discuss his "I Am Third" philosophy and how his pursuit of being a transformational leader drives the culture of the Wildcats' program.This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine, the #1 shooting machine in the world! Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, an

How to Succeed as a Basketball Coach in 2025 | Seth Greenberg, ESPN Sep 23, 2025 39:24 ESPN's Seth Greenberg discusses what it takes to be an effective coach in the current climate of college basketball. We discuss the environment's impact on systems of play, team building, and player development.This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine, the #1 shooting machine in the world! Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, an

Bounce Back: The Anatomy of Conceptual Offense | Kevin Carroll, Lipscomb Bisons Sep 16, 2025 28:08 Lipscomb head men's basketball coach, Kevin Carroll, breaks down conceptual offense. He provides ideas for introducing concepts, repping through 5-on-5 play, and adjusting to zone defenses. This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine, the #1 shooting machine in the world! Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT models. Get $100

NADA: The Antifragile Defense | Brian McCormick Sep 10, 2025 38:15 Coach Brian McCormick dives into how traditional defensive strategies are failing against modern offenses and why a new, more adaptable approach is needed. McCormick breaks down his concept of "no-advantage, defensive-advantage" and shares how coaches can equip their players to thrive in the chaos of today's game. Learn how to build a resilient and intelligent defensive system!Buy the book, "NADA:

Pitfalls When Installing Conceptual Basketball Offense | Mark Cascio, SAVI Coaching Sep 2, 2025 30:08 SAVI Coaching's Mark Cascio is back to break down the common mistakes coaches make when implementing a conceptual basketball offense. We talk teaching triggers, training decision-making, repping advantage game, and scaffolding to faster gameplay. Coach Cascio shares invaluable insights to help you avoid the pitfalls that can derail your team's offensive development.This episode is sponsored by the

4 Ways to Foster Team Culture | Tony Miller, BJU Bruins Aug 26, 2025 04:42 Tony Miller, head men's basketball coach for the Bob Jones University Bruins, shares four practical tips to help you build a championship-level team culture for your basketball program. Whether you're a coach looking to inspire your players or an athlete hoping to contribute more to your team, these insights are a must-listen.This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine, t

The Formula for Elite Basketball Practices | Kyle Rechlicz, Milwaukee Panthers Aug 19, 2025 42:44 University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee Panthers' women's basketball coach, Kyle Rechlicz, dives into practice planning, inclduing structuring practices for maximum efficiency and player development, preparing her team for pressure situations by effectively practicing special situations, and using 5-on-5 and small sided games to teach skills and decision-making.This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dis

Win, One, Won | Andrew Wingreen, New College of Florida Aug 12, 2025 14:58 Andrew Wingreen, head coach of New College of Florida and author of the new book "Win One Won," explores his journey in collegiate athletics and the core principles of his coaching philosophy. Coach Wingreen shares insights on building a winning culture, developing strong leadership, and the mindset behind his groundbreaking book. This is a must-listen for anyone seeking motivation and practical s

Intentional Basketball Program Building | Chris Acker, Long Beach State University Aug 5, 2025 22:09 Long Beach State Head Coach Chris Acker shares lessons learned during his first year as a head coach. Coach Acker shares strategies for success, including how to strategically use assistant coaches to maximize team performance and develop effective offensive and defensive schemes that fit your roster. We also dive into the crucial topic of recruiting better players and building a program for long-

Bounce Back: Ball Screen Conceptual Offense | Kelly Graves, Oregon Ducks Jul 29, 2025 27:05 Oregon Ducks' women's basketball coach, Kelly Graves, dives into ball screen offense, including teaching reads for the ballhandler, the use of various screens, and modern trends for ball screen offense.This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT models.Let Hudl Assist bring your stats to

Bounce Back: Constructing Your Own Conceptual Offense | Parfait Bitee, Towson Tigers Jul 22, 2025 29:56 Parfait Bitee is an assistant coach for Pat Skerry's Towson Tigers. Coach Bitee shares insights on the Tigers' flow offense, including ideas for teaching new players conceptual offense, how to make conceptual offense unique to your program, and the future of conceptual offense.This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine, the #1 shooting machine in the world! Mention "Quic

SSGs for Player Development & NBA Conceptual Offense | Tevin Juwan Brown, Dallas Mavericks Jul 15, 2025 45:05 Tevin Juwan Brown, assistant video coordinator for the Dallas Mavericks, dives into the Mavs' use of small-sided games. Get a unique, behind-the-scenes look as he shares actual film breakdowns, revealing how these targeted drills hone individual skills and seamlessly integrate players into the team's conceptual offense.Click to watch the film sessionThis episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basket

Bounce Back: Guiding Players Through the Learning Curve | John Thompson, NC Wesleyan Jul 11, 2025 27:17 North Carolina Wesleyan's John Thompson has over 30 years of experience teaching the game of basketball. He discusses the teaching and learning processes, including how to introduce systems of play, what to do when players don't get it, and being yourself as a coach.This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish R

The Next Move: Adapting to a New Basketball Staff & Program | Ashton Hopp, Arkansas State Red Wolves Jul 8, 2025 12:06 Ashton Hopp, Director of Basketball Operations for Arkansas State men's basketball, shares insights on navigating the complexities of adapting to a new coaching staff and program. She dives into the crucial process of building trust within a team and emphasizing the importance of getting to know each other beyond the court. Plus, Ashton highlights how a head coach's genuine interest and care for t

Summer Player Development with 1v1 and Small-Sided Games | Ivana Boyd, Longwood Lancers Jul 1, 2025 31:19 Longwood Lancer's assistant coach, Ivana Boyd, shares her insights on how players can truly elevate their game during the offseason. We break down the power of 1v1 situations for honing individual skills, explore effective drills that translate directly to game performance, and discuss the immense benefits of small-sided games for developing basketball IQ and individual skills.This episode is spon

Bounce Back: Solutions to Fake Fundamentals | Brian McCormick, 180 Shooter Jun 27, 2025 35:10 Brian McCormick, author and long-time basketball coach, discusses basketball's "fake fundamentals" and ideas for improving carry-over for players to game competition.Purchase Fake FundamentalsPurchase Fake Fundamentals: Volume 2Purchase Fake Fundamentals: Volume 3Purchase 21st Century Guide to Individual Skill DevelopmentThis episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mentio

The Next Move: How to Stand Out as an Assistant Basketball Coach | Tony Rack, Winthrop Eagles Jun 24, 2025 21:51 Winthrop Eagles' Assistant Coach Tony Rack about how to stand out as an assistant basketball coach. He shares invaluable insights on thriving where you are, from proactively taking responsibilities off the head coach's plate to genuinely caring for your players and the program. Tune in for a candid conversation that offers a clear roadmap for making a significant impact and building a successful c

How to Teach LockDown Ball Screen Defense | Mike Jagacki, New Paltz Jun 17, 2025 40:41 Level up your team's basketball screen defense! Mike Jagacki from LockDown Defense is back on A Quick Timeout podcast to share practical film breakdowns and detailed teaching points for mastering various ball screen coverages. Coach Jagacki also reveals key techniques for defending in the ball screen that will transform your players' effectiveness. Plus, gain a competitive edge with insights from

Bounce Back: How to Build an Elite Defensive System | James Jones, Yale Bulldogs Jun 13, 2025 27:29 Long-time college basketball coach, James Jones, shares his philosophy for team defense. The Yale head coach provides strategies for breaking down individual skills, teaching team defense, and maximizing your coaching staff.This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT models.Hudl continue

The Next Move: How to Identify the Best Job for Your Basketball Coaching Career | Jeremy Growe, College of Charleston Jun 10, 2025 11:25 Is it time for a new basketball coaching job or should you stay put? College of Charleston Assistant Coach Jeremy Growe helps you identify the best fit for your coaching career. Discover key factors like working with the right head coach, balancing family needs, location, and ensuring professional growth. This is essential listening for coaches navigating critical career decisions!Coach Portal is

Small-Sided Games for Decision-Based Basketball Training | Brianna Finch, George Washington Colonials Jun 3, 2025 35:02 Want to elevate your players' game beyond just drills? George Washington University's Assistant Coach, Brianna Finch, provides a deep dive into decision-based basketball training. Discover how Coach Finch and her team leverage small-sided games (1v1, 3v3, all the way up to full-team play) to hone players' abilities to make the right call in real-time. This is a must-listen for anyone serious about

The Strategy for Small-Sided Games and Player Development | Tony Miller x After the Timeout May 27, 2025 35:52 Interested in improving your players' physical skills and decision-making skills? In this episode, I sit down with the guys from After the Timeout podcast to talk conceptual offense, small-sided games, and work-life balance as a coach. Whether you're a young coach or seasoned vet, I think you'll enjoy and benefit from this episode.We talk:🏀My favorite concepts for offense🏀How to teach conceptual o

Bounce Back: 2-Sided Transition Break Deep Dive | Brent Tipton, BBA Kornwestheim May 23, 2025 49:20 Brent Tipton, head coach for NBBL's BBA Kornwestheim, dives into the 2-sided break. He shares teaching points, breakdown games, and even how to flow into half-court offense. (Originally released 10/27/23)This episode is sponsored by the Dr. Dish Basketball Shooting Machine. Mention "Quick Timeout" and receive $300 off on the Dr. Dish Rebel, All-Star, and CT models. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz

The Next Move: Cultivating a Strong Head Coach-Assistant Relationship | Graham Maxwell, Emmanuel College May 20, 2025 17:16 Having a strong relationship with your head basketball coach can be a game-changer for an assistant. This episode explores how open communication, proactive support, and a shared vision can foster that crucial bond. We delve into the tangible benefits, such as increased trust, mentorship opportunities, and a more collaborative and positive coaching environment for assistants with Emmanuel College'

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